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ophthalmologist

noun

Definition of ophthalmologistnext
as in optometrist
a medical professional who studies and treats problems and diseases of the eye

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Recent Examples of ophthalmologist Others, such as Oliver Schein, an ophthalmologist at Johns Hopkins Medicine, point out the strong financial incentive to use the laser, as the equipment can cost a practice up to $500,000. — Phil Galewitz, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 Miller-Meeks, an ophthalmologist by training who first won office in 2019, secured her reelection in 2024 by fewer than 800 votes. — Gabrielle M. Etzel, The Washington Examiner, 11 Aug. 2026 The Kentucky senator is an ophthalmologist who’s conversant, if not fluent, in the language of scientific and medical research. — ABC News, 29 July 2026 Inaba's diagnosis came in 2013 after an ophthalmologist referred her to a rheumatologist. — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for ophthalmologist
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ophthalmologist
  1. optometrist
  2. doctor
  3. physician
  4. neurologist
  5. pediatrician
  6. gynecologist
  7. dermatologist
  8. internist
Noun
  • But after taking a retinal detachment test recommended by a friend, Windley decided to visit an optometrist.
    — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026
  • An ophthalmologist or optometrist can treat dry eye and monitor for eye problems.
    — Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of optometrist
Noun
  • Your doctor may also recommend eating more iron-rich foods, such as red meat, poultry and fish, as well as legumes, leafy greens, seeds and nuts.
    — Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Talk to his doctors, his social worker, and the aides about other options.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of doctor
Noun
  • The park, which was once a city dump, became the town’s first park serving Black residents in 1955 after a Black physician negotiated with city and school officials to dedicate recreational space for children of color.
    — Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Broader cultural adoption driven by testimonials like Smith’s, and tighter clinical guardrails as physicians push back on unsupervised extended fasts.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of physician
Noun
  • Plus, psychologists and a neurologist share tips for how to build a routine.
    — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 26 Sep. 2026
  • And my neurologist friends tell me that playing an instrument is good for the brain, which is another pretty good reason to pick up the guitar.
    — Barton Goldsmith, AJC.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of neurologist
Noun
  • Salinas, 45, went to school for school psychology and helped implement a mentoring program at Irving Elementary School and Varjao worked for an area pediatrician.
    — Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026
  • My family had health insurance, a pediatrician, and access to high-quality hospital care.
    — Jewel Mullen, STAT, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of pediatrician
Noun
  • Her gynecologist initially diagnosed her with dermatitis and recommended a cortisone cream.
    — Erica Sweeney, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Ossoff is married to Alisha Kramer, an obstetrician-gynecologist and assistant professor at the Emory University School of Medicine.
    — Irene Wright, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of gynecologist
Noun
  • Imagine walking into a dermatologist’s office or med spa with acne, pigmentation, or signs of aging.
    — Bilin Lin, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Both Japan and Ethiopia have approximately 130 million denizens, but their dermatologist count is more than 7,000 and around 200, respectively.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of dermatologist
Noun
  • Jeffrey Millstein is an internist and regional medical director for primary and specialty care at Penn Medicine.
    — Jeffrey Millstein, STAT, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Cara developed new symptoms over the course of the summer, including unexplained vomiting, and so her parents took her to see an internist in August.
    — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Definition of internist

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“Ophthalmologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ophthalmologist. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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